After over a decade of making music with the David Crowder Band, David Crowder is now embarking on a new musical journey as a solo artist, under the name Crowder. “I am thrilled to announce a new album coming out under the name Crowder,” the singer explains. “I’ve never been more excited about a batch of songs!”
His first single, "I Am," off his upcoming album Neon Steeple (February 18, 2014), is a great reminder of how we are always in the presence of God- no matter where our lives have taken us. “The name of God when it’s revealed is a big moment in history." David explains. “That evokes the idea of the presence, of being in his name. For me, that is one of the greatest hopes of the Christian faith. That no matter where you are in life, that you live and breathe in the presence of God. So many times I forget about that, and I need to be realigned to that reality."
The album Neon Steeple, is described by David as “Folktronica-” porch music and computer music combined. "It's been a couple years since the David Crowder Band has made music, but there was more to be written," he says. "I collected some players that could all fit on a porch and have instruments that you wouldn't have to put on a wall, like- banjos, fiddles, that type of thing. The point is to feel like we were on a porch together."
In addition to the "porch music" sound, David said it was important to him to add an electronic element as well. "I love computer music," he says. "Growing up around the video games I loved the sounds. It makes my heart happy."
Crowder will joining artists such as Newsboys, Tenth Avenue North and Thousand Foot Krutch, on the Winter Jam Tour this fall. He will also be headlining a nationwide tour in 2014, with All Sons & Daughters, and Capital Kings. "It's gonna be a 'Folktronica' night," he says of the tour. "I cannot wait for you to hear it!"
come as you are
Crowder Lyrics
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From wherever you've been
Come broken hearted
Let rescue begin
Come find your mercy
Oh, sinner come kneel
Earth has no sorrow
That heaven can't heal
That heaven can't heal
So lay down your burdens
Lay down your shame
All who are broken
Lift up your face
Oh, wanderer come home
You're not too far
So lay down your hurt
Lay down your heart
Come as you are
There's hope for the hopeless
And all those who've strayed
Come sit at the table
Come taste the grace
There's rest for the weary
Rest that endures
Earth has no sorrow
That heaven can't cure
So lay down your burdens
Lay down your shame
All who are broken
Lift up your face
Oh, wanderer come home
You're not too far
Lay down your hurt lay down your heart
Come as you are
Come as you are
Fall in his arms
Come as you are
There's joy for the mourning
Oh, sinner be still
Earth has no sorrow
That heaven can't heal
Earth has no sorrow
That heaven can't heal
So lay down your burdens
Lay down your shame
All who are broken
Lift up your face
Oh, wanderer come home
You're not too far
So lay down your hurt
Lay down your heart
Come as you are
Come as you are
Come as you are
Come as you are
The song is a message of welcome and acceptance. The first few lines invite the listener to come out of sadness, brokenness, and despair. It acknowledges that life is challenging and sometimes we feel lost and alone. It speaks to the sinner, recognizing that we all fall short of our aspirations and find ourselves in need of mercy. The lyrics are inclusive and offer sanctuary to anyone in need, without judgment or preconceptions. The chorus is a repetition of the message that we can come as we are, lay down our burdens, and find rest, healing, and joy in the loving arms of God. The song is a beacon of hope, reminding us that there is always a way back home, regardless of who we are, where we've been, or what we've done.
The song was written by David Crowder, Matt Maher, and Ben Glover and was released in 2014. It has become one of the most popular contemporary Christian songs of all time, with over 140 million views on YouTube. The song has won many awards, including the K-Love Award for Song of the Year and the Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year. The song has been covered by several artists, including Lauren Daigle and Michael W. Smith.
Line by Line Meaning
Come out of sadness
Embrace the light of hope and step out of the darkness of sadness.
From wherever you've been
Regardless of where you've been or what you've done, there's still a way to find redemption.
Come broken hearted
Permit yourself to accept the help you need to heal your broken heart.
Let rescue begin
Accept the grace of rescue that's available to you.
Come find your mercy
Find forgiveness and mercy for all the wrongs you've done.
Oh sinner come kneel
Take a humble stance and bow down to pray and seek forgiveness.
Earth has no sorrow
No matter how deep the sorrow or pain, heaven has the answer to heal it.
That heaven can't heal
The power of heaven is limitless in its ability to heal any brokenness.
So lay down your burdens
Release your heavy burdens and let them go.
Lay down your shame
Stop carrying the guilt and shame of past mistakes and renounce them.
All who are broken
Everyone who is lost, hurt or struggling can find solace in this message.
Lift up your face
Look up, don't give up even when life seems too hard.
Oh wanderer come home
No matter how far you have gone, it's never too late to return home.
You're not too far
No one is too far from finding redemption and salvation.
Lay down your hurt lay down your heart
Surrender all the pain, hurt and fears that weigh you down.
Come sit at the table
Join God's family and find comfort, love and acceptance.
Come taste the grace
Experience the unmerited favor of God and receive it with joy.
There's rest for the weary
Take a deep breath and find rest for your soul from your burdened heart.
Rest that endures
The kind of rest God gives is lasting, refreshing, and renewing.
Fall in his arms
Trust God wholeheartedly and allow him to carry you in his loving arms.
There's joy for the morning
No matter how dark the night, joy comes in the morning.
Oh sinner be still
Quiet your heart and fully accept God's mercy and grace in your life.
Come as you are
You don't have to clean up first; God accepts you just as you are.
Come as you are
Be authentic and true about who you are, regardless of your past or present.
Come as you are
Enter the presence of God with honesty and transparency.
Come as you are
Don't hold back from the embrace of a loving God and his family.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: David Crowder, Ben Glover, Matt Maher
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@treecareEdm
I'm praying for you... Our father who art in heaven, Please, I pray in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ that you please forgive James for the sins that he has committed against you, you promise in your word that if we repent and confess with our mouths that you will forgive us as far as the East is from the West, please father God, fill his heart with your spirit and with the knowledge of your will and the wisdom to understand. Please cleanse his heart of all malice and sin and lead him on the path of righteousness so that he may grow strong in your ways, protect him from the temptation's of the world and from the devil and all the evil spirits that constantly try to take us away from your words, please father God fill him with peace and a knowing that you Love him and forgive him and that you are at work in heart, In Jesus name and by your Grace and Mercy and unending Love, I pray and give thanks... Thank you Father God...AMEN!
James 1:1-27
James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
1 Peter 5:7
Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Matthew 6:9-13
Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Luke 11:2
And he said to them, “When you pray, say: “Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come.
@andrewosso2943
I've lost my wife, house, job of 38 years, and have cancer. I sit alone in a small apartment as I listen to this song but I have not lost Jesus. Thank you Jesus. Please love and hug someone today. You are loved by God. God bless you sweet one.
@SquidCena
I'm sorry to hear this man. This is insane. I hope the best for you and will pray for you.
@jonathanyeong324
Im sorry to hear this bro Andrew. Would like to say that no matter all these unfortunate events - God loves you no matter what. Trust in His death, burial and resurrection. Your circumstances does not dictate who you are.
@tryingtomakeadifference
I hope that you are doing well prayers 🙏🙏🙏
@andrewosso2943
@@SquidCena Thank you for your prayers. God is so good. I am moving forward in His loving care. One step at a time. God bless you for thinking of me.
@andrewosso2943
@@tryingtomakeadifference Thank you Heather. I am doing better. God is not done with me. He never leaves us or forgets us. God bless you.
@GospelMusicMix01
I was a meth addict for 25 years and Jesus Christ set me free! almost four years now. All my hope is in Jesus!
@carole3629
Everything is possible with Jesus!! Praising God with you!
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Amennnnnn
@dianagingrich542
Praise God you've been set free!